2018

2018


CALL FOR CODE LAUNCH

Launched in May 2018 at the VivaTech Conference in Paris by IBM CEO Ginny Rometty, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, the Call for Code Global Initiative set forth an ambitious mission: rally the tech industry to shape a better future. With IBM’s initial pledge of $30 million, this initiative calls on developers worldwide to harness the power of data, AI, blockchain, cloud, and IoT to tackle pressing social challenges, embodying Rometty’s vision of a united and purpose-driven technology community.

CALL FOR CODE LAUNCH

Launched in May 2018 at the VivaTech Conference in Paris by IBM CEO Ginny Rometty, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, the Call for Code Global Initiative set forth an ambitious mission: rally the tech industry to shape a better future. With IBM’s initial pledge of $30 million, this initiative calls on developers worldwide to harness the power of data, AI, blockchain, cloud, and IoT to tackle pressing social challenges, embodying Rometty’s vision of a united and purpose-driven technology community.

CALL FOR CODE LAUNCH

Launched in May 2018 at the VivaTech Conference in Paris by IBM CEO Ginny Rometty, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, the Call for Code Global Initiative set forth an ambitious mission: rally the tech industry to shape a better future. With IBM’s initial pledge of $30 million, this initiative calls on developers worldwide to harness the power of data, AI, blockchain, cloud, and IoT to tackle pressing social challenges, embodying Rometty’s vision of a united and purpose-driven technology community.

2018 CALL FOR CODE
GLOBAL CHALLENGE

At the heart of the initiative is the Call for Code Global Challenge, a four-month competition that unites developers, human rights experts, and specialists to tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues. In its 2018 debut, the challenge called on innovators worldwide to create solutions for improving natural disaster preparedness and relief.

The inaugural event drew over 100,000 developers and data scientists from 156 countries, resulting in more than 2,500 groundbreaking applications.
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2018 CALL FOR CODE
GLOBAL CHALLENGE

At the heart of the initiative is the Call for Code Global Challenge, a four-month competition that unites developers, human rights experts, and specialists to tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues. In its 2018 debut, the challenge called on innovators worldwide to create solutions for improving natural disaster preparedness and relief.

The inaugural event drew over 100,000 developers and data scientists from 156 countries, resulting in more than 2,500 groundbreaking applications.
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2018 CALL FOR CODE
GLOBAL CHALLENGE

At the heart of the initiative is the Call for Code Global Challenge, a four-month competition that unites developers, human rights experts, and specialists to tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues. In its 2018 debut, the challenge called on innovators worldwide to create solutions for improving natural disaster preparedness and relief.

The inaugural event drew over 100,000 developers and data scientists from 156 countries, resulting in more than 2,500 groundbreaking applications.
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2018 CALL FOR CODE
GLOBAL PRIZE WINNER:
PROJECT OWL

The 2018 Call for Code Global Prize was awarded to Project OWL at San Francisco’s Regency Ballroom, recognizing their groundbreaking solution to bridge communications in disaster zones. Created by Bryan Knouse, Magus Pereira, Nicholas Feuer, Charlie Evans, and Taraqur Rahman, Project OWL combines software and hardware to form a resilient “clusterduck” network of Wi-Fi-enabled devices. This innovative mesh network provides a pop-up internet, allowing first responders to stay connected with those in need. 

Within five months of their win, Project OWL partnered with IBM to begin deploying their life-saving technology in Puerto Rico and Houston, marking the first steps toward transforming global disaster response.

2018 CALL FOR CODE
GLOBAL PRIZE WINNER:
PROJECT OWL

The 2018 Call for Code Global Prize was awarded to Project OWL at San Francisco’s Regency Ballroom, recognizing their groundbreaking solution to bridge communications in disaster zones. Created by Bryan Knouse, Magus Pereira, Nicholas Feuer, Charlie Evans, and Taraqur Rahman, Project OWL combines software and hardware to form a resilient “clusterduck” network of Wi-Fi-enabled devices. This innovative mesh network provides a pop-up internet, allowing first responders to stay connected with those in need. 

Within five months of their win, Project OWL partnered with IBM to begin deploying their life-saving technology in Puerto Rico and Houston, marking the first steps toward transforming global disaster response.

2018 CALL FOR CODE
GLOBAL PRIZE WINNER:
PROJECT OWL

The 2018 Call for Code Global Prize was awarded to Project OWL at San Francisco’s Regency Ballroom, recognizing their groundbreaking solution to bridge communications in disaster zones. Created by Bryan Knouse, Magus Pereira, Nicholas Feuer, Charlie Evans, and Taraqur Rahman, Project OWL combines software and hardware to form a resilient “clusterduck” network of Wi-Fi-enabled devices. This innovative mesh network provides a pop-up internet, allowing first responders to stay connected with those in need. 

Within five months of their win, Project OWL partnered with IBM to begin deploying their life-saving technology in Puerto Rico and Houston, marking the first steps toward transforming global disaster response.

LARGEST ENGAGEMENT OF DEVELOPERS IN HISTORY


LARGEST ENGAGEMENT OF DEVELOPERS IN HISTORY


LARGEST ENGAGEMENT OF DEVELOPERS IN HISTORY


2018 CALL FOR CODE RESULTS


GLOBAL SCALE
In its inaugural year, over 100,000 developers and data scientists from 156 nations participated in the Call for Code Global Challenge – creating more than 2,500 applications.

2018 CALL FOR CODE RESULTS


GLOBAL SCALE
In its inaugural year, over 100,000 developers and data scientists from 156 nations participated in the Call for Code Global Challenge – creating more than 2,500 applications.

2018 CALL FOR CODE RESULTS


GLOBAL SCALE
In its inaugural year, over 100,000 developers and data scientists from 156 nations participated in the Call for Code Global Challenge – creating more than 2,500 applications.

325 CITY CHALLENGES
AROUND THE WORLD


In just its first year, Call for Code hosted 325 Call for Code City Challenges around the world in locations that included: London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Bengaluru, Delhi, Dubai, Sao Paulo, Kerala, Bayamón (Puerto Rico), Tel Aviv, New York and San Francisco. All of these city challenges allowed developers and participants to further develop their submissions for the Call for Code Global Challenge.

325 CITY CHALLENGES
AROUND THE WORLD


In just its first year, Call for Code hosted 325 Call for Code City Challenges around the world in locations that included: London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Bengaluru, Delhi, Dubai, Sao Paulo, Kerala, Bayamón (Puerto Rico), Tel Aviv, New York and San Francisco. All of these city challenges allowed developers and participants to further develop their submissions for the Call for Code Global Challenge.

325 CITY CHALLENGES
AROUND THE WORLD


In just its first year, Call for Code hosted 325 Call for Code City Challenges around the world in locations that included: London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Bengaluru, Delhi, Dubai, Sao Paulo, Kerala, Bayamón (Puerto Rico), Tel Aviv, New York and San Francisco. All of these city challenges allowed developers and participants to further develop their submissions for the Call for Code Global Challenge.

CALL FOR CODE CELEBRITY SUPPORT


In 2018, a Call for Code Cause Flash celebrity social media campaign was launched on August 19th – UN World Humanitarian Day to support first responders who help victims affected by the aftermath of Natural Disasters.
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CALL FOR CODE 
CELEBRITY SUPPORT


In 2018, a Call for Code Cause Flash celebrity social media campaign was launched on August 19th – UN World Humanitarian Day to support first responders who help victims affected by the aftermath of Natural Disasters.
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CALL FOR CODE CELEBRITY SUPPORT


In 2018, a Call for Code Cause Flash celebrity social media campaign was launched on August 19th – UN World Humanitarian Day to support first responders who help victims affected by the aftermath of Natural Disasters.
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EMINENT JUDGES


The Eminent Judges for the 2018 Call for Code Global Challenge’s included former President Bill Clinton; Kate Gilmore, United Nations Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights; Dr. Irwin Redlener, Director of National Center for Disaster Preparedness at the Earth Institute of Columbia University; Jim Zemlin, Executive Director, The Linux Foundation; Grace Kim, Design and Research Lead at Twitter; and Deborah Dugan, Chief Executive Officer, (RED).

EMINENT JUDGES


The Eminent Judges for the 2018 Call for Code Global Challenge’s included former President Bill Clinton; Kate Gilmore, United Nations Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights; Dr. Irwin Redlener, Director of National Center for Disaster Preparedness at the Earth Institute of Columbia University; Jim Zemlin, Executive Director, The Linux Foundation; Grace Kim, Design and Research Lead at Twitter; and Deborah Dugan, Chief Executive Officer, (RED).

EMINENT JUDGES


The Eminent Judges for the 2018 Call for Code Global Challenge’s included former President Bill Clinton; Kate Gilmore, United Nations Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights; Dr. Irwin Redlener, Director of National Center for Disaster Preparedness at the Earth Institute of Columbia University; Jim Zemlin, Executive Director, The Linux Foundation; Grace Kim, Design and Research Lead at Twitter; and Deborah Dugan, Chief Executive Officer, (RED).




2018 CALL FOR CODE FINALISTS


2018 CALL FOR CODE FINALISTS


2018 CALL FOR CODE FINALISTS


2018 CALL FOR CODE HIGHLIGHTS

2018 CALL FOR CODE HIGHLIGHTS
How 22M Developers Take on Disaster Preparedness
EXTRA Promotes Call for Code
How 22M Developers Take on Disaster Preparedness
EXTRA Promotes Call for Code
Amber Heard Supporting Call for Code
Ron Livingston Supporting Call for Code
Amber Heard Supporting Call for Code
Ron Livingston Supporting Call for Code
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Celebration Introduction
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Celebration UN Human Rights
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Celebration Introduction
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Celebration UN Human Rights
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Winner – Project OWL
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – Post-Disaster Rapid Response Retrofit (PD3R)
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Winner – Project OWL
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – Post-Disaster Rapid Response Retrofit (PD3R)
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – Lali Wildfire Detection
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – Project Lantern
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – Lali Wildfire Detection
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – Project Lantern
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – United Aid Net (UAN)
Thank You 2018 Call for Code Participants
2018 Call for Code Global Prize Finalist – United Aid Net (UAN)
Thank You 2018 Call for Code Participants

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